ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES NEAR MUMBAI AND PUNE

Almost everyone wants to take out some time out of their busy schedule and enjoy life by taking small outdoor trips and experience the adventure around us. Weekends have now turn to adventure-lovers. Mumbaikars and Punekars are now following this trend and finding new places in and around Mumbai and Pune to experience some thrill and adventures. Here are some adventure spots that are around Mumbai – Pune which can be enjoyed by the thrill seekers.

Mandwa is the closest getaway for Mumbaikars. It is a popular beach destination which has several water sports activities. Kayaking in Mandwa lets you explore the sea by using the kayak. The kayak is a narrow boat and one has to sit where the paddler faces. The kayaking is done with the help of double bladed paddle.

One can enjoy the thrill and adventure in the moving water and relax while being in the water body. You would have a breathtaking view across the bay of Mandwa Village and the beautiful beach and coconut trees.

KOLAD RIVER RAFTING

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Kolad a village situated on the banks of Kundalika River is a favourite destination for adventure junkies to experience River Rafting in the outskirts of Mumbai.

You can visit Kolad in the monsoon to encounter the water sport activities and its charming beauty. One can enjoy River Rafting throughout the year, as the Dam releases Water in Kundalika River. While rafting, you will experience a rapid and plentiful stream gushing towards you. This is the real thrill of River rafting, that you dont want to miss.

Waterfall Rappelling is an activity that is conducted during monsoon. Waterfall rappelling is held in outskirts of Mumbai i.e., in Kasara, Karjat and many more places.

Waterfall rappelling is done by leading downwards from the natural waterfall, where you feel the water rushing on your body. This idea may look scary to you, but its not. You are tied to a proper harnessed rope that will ensure your safety. :) Here are few Waterfall Rappelling sites around Mumbai and Pune :

Have you ever thought of how the underwater world would be Those colorful fishes, clear blue water, the corals,etc…Scuba diving lets you experience all this in real.

Tarkarli is the best site for Scuba Diving and snorkeling in Maharashtra as it has pristine clear water that makes the Divers fall in love with it. Tarkarli has the states only scuba diving training center.

Everyone at some point or another is thinking of flying like a bird and be free. Paragliding lets you do just that! There many organisations out there providing lessons in paragliding and Space Apple situated in Virar being the most prominent out of them.

Holi is one of the most famous festivals in India and that is for a reason. Who doesnt like to be a child again throwing paints at each other Paintball just takes this to another level. Patrons are provided with Paint Gun and appropriate protective gear so they can go wild without hurting anyone, including themselves. There are many companies providing this service in Mumbai. Action Paintball in Andheri is one of them.